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Bless his heart....bless YOUR heart.....as I read your story, I remembered all too well my own experience with collars and dips.....the ataxia, the respiratory distress/failure, the severe pulmonary congestion with foaming at the mouth, blue gums.....OMG! Not all dogs react to these toxins in the same manner, but when they do it can be fatal. Every single step you took, shaved seconds off time that would have been wasted and would have most certainly cost him his life. Every single movement you made, every single step you took, is responsible for saving his life......INCLUDING "COOOKIEEESSSSS"!!!!!! How freekin adorable was THAT!!!!! |
I'm so sorry y'all had to go through this, but happy for you that it's all going to turn out OK. |
I'm very sorry that you and Barney went through this. Your swift response during such a terrifying experience most likely saved his life. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and for making us aware of the danger. I wish Barney a very speedy recovery and hope you have many, many more treasured moments with your special boy. |
Your telling of what happened to Barney had me in full goosebumps and tears.....I'm so happy for you Barney is going to be alright. This reaction should be reported so there is a record of it, Barney is most likely not the only one this has happened to. What a traumatic event for all of you. |
What a scary story! I can't even imagine that I would have reacted as quickly or as calmly as you. It's a great reminder to be prepared. |
Reading your story made me anxious... I can't even imagine the fright you were feeling, I am just so glad he's such a lil' trooper, and good on you too for hopping into action so quickly! |
Cathy, I am happy to hear that your fast response saved Barney! Terrifying experience. Sending love to your beautiful little boy. Now when I see photos of his smiling face I will think, "COOOKIES!!" Praying he is 100% today. |
Barney is doing just great :) I have researched more into this product, and feel it is very safe with a long history behind it. My Barney was particularly sensitive. |
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Do you think there is a particular reason he was sensitive to it, or do you think it's likely just random kiddos will be sensitive? I must say, I'm very grateful we don't really deal w/ ticks and fleas here...I really feel for those who have to deal with this. |
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Yes, I think he was particularly sensitive. The other dogs had no issue, and I would still be using the collars on them but for the fact that they all share bedding and such. Here is what the discharge summary said, in part, which I think summarizes it pretty well. Barney presented to (the emergency clinic) for evaluation of an acute onset of weakness and collapsing behavior. Barney had an amitraz collar placed within an hour before his signs began.....On physical exam, Barney was quiet but alert. He was in respiratory distress and very weak. His lung sounds were increased and a heart murmur was heard. ....Point of care blood work showed changes associated with decreased oxygenation in the body. Barney was admitted to the hospital for emergency treatment. He was placed in oxygen. Per the advice of Poison Control, an antidote medication was administered. Chest x-rays were taken due to concerns of prolonged difficulty breathing and poor oxygenation - these confirmed enlargement of the heart and a collapsing trachea. Barney was given a mild sedative to allow him to calm. His respiration improved. As discussed, due to the exposure to amitraz and the signs demonstrated, we suspect Barney had a toxic reaction to this. We suspect that his ability to breathe became compromised due to his underlying heart disease and collapsing trachea which will predispose him to more dramatic respiratory effort in times of stress...Because of his severe reaction, we also recommend no longer using amitraz products for Barney. |
Very scary. I'm so glad he is going to be ok. |
What a terrible scare. Thanks for making people aware. I am so glad that Barney is expected to be fine. Thank God. |
I dont use any of these collars, bad news, thanks for the information |
Im glad Barney is going to be okay, how scarey |
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